Shafique Century and Babar Azam Partnership Propel Pakistan on Day 2 Against West Indies
Abdullah Shafique's unbeaten 107 and Babar Azam's 86* forged a crucial 168-run stand, leaving Pakistan just 78 runs behind West Indies in the second Test.
The story
At the Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Day 2 of the second Test saw West Indies bowled out for 344 in their first innings on Tuesday. Resuming from 239/5, Justin Greaves top-scored with 73, while captain Roston Chase added 70 runs. Pakistan's off-break bowler Sajid Khan was the pick of the attack, claiming 4/85, with Ali Usman, Mohammad Ali, and Ubaid Shah each taking two wickets.
In response, Pakistan's batters showed significant intent, finishing the day strongly at 266/2. Opener Azan Awais contributed a solid 55 before being dismissed. The innings was then anchored by a dominant, unbroken 168-run third-wicket partnership between Abdullah Shafique and captain Babar Azam. Shafique reached his sixth Test century, ending the day on 107 not out, while Babar Azam remained unbeaten on 86, guiding Pakistan to a commanding position, trailing by only 78 runs.
Latest results
West Indies vs Pakistan
Format: Test
Result: Day 2 concluded. West Indies 344 (Greaves 73, Chase 70; Sajid Khan 4/85). Pakistan 266/2 (Shafique 107*, Babar Azam 86*). Pakistan trail by 78 runs.
Star: Abdullah Shafique (Pakistan) 107*
Scotland vs United Arab Emirates
Format: ODI
Result: Match abandoned due to rain.
Star: N/A
Series in play
Pakistan tour of West Indies. 2nd Test, Pakistan trail 0-1 in the two-match series.
Tables that matter
ICC World Test Championship 2025-27
Position: West Indies (8th, 22.73 PCT), Pakistan (9th, 6.67 PCT)
Note: West Indies moved closer to England in the standings after winning the first Test, while Pakistan remains at the bottom.
What we'll be watching
- West Indies vs Pakistan: Day 3 of the 2nd Test continues at Queen's Park Oval on August 4, 2026, from 14:00 UTC.
- Ireland vs Afghanistan: The 1st ODI begins on August 5, 2026, at 09:45 UTC at Bready Cricket Club.
- United Arab Emirates vs Canada: The 123rd Match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 is scheduled for August 5, 2026, at 10:00 UTC at Forthill.
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